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s I’m writing this, there is a cool breath of fall air sailing through a six-inch opening in my bedroom window. A pair of wet birds are exchanging chirps while sampling seeds from the feeders on the back deck. For the first time in many months, the raindrops are joining together, as they fall over the edge of the metal roof. All those little pieces of leaves and debris that were left after months of procrastinating to clean those gutters were now riding a tiny stream to the downspouts. Closing my eyes in a moment of dreary morning joy, I hear the water falling through the pipes, and I am reminded that what I hear now will soon join a babbling brook not too far into the wood. Such a simple little pleasure, this was a sweet gift for a chore that I had put off too long. Let’s be real; there are not too many of our friends who enjoy cleaning gutters. It’s dirty, a little dangerous, and it eventually becomes an obligation — especially when the trees growing in them begin to create leaves, too!
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Calendar holiday gift! Tuesday-Friday 11:00am5:00pm, Saturday 12:00-5:00pm, Cherokee Arts Center, 94 North Street, Canton. 770-704-6244. CherokeeaArts.org
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Reinhardt University Jazz Ensemble — Whether it is music from the 1920s or the 2010s, the Reinhardt University Jazz Ensemble performs music in an authentic way. Featuring a full size big band, these students will amaze you with virtuosic improvised solos, tight ensemble sounds, and exciting shout choruses. 7:30pm, Flint Hall at the Falany Performing Arts Center, 7300 Reinhardt Circle, Waleska. 770-720-9167. Reinhardt.edu
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Members Holiday Show & Sale — There will be a wide variety of artwork and crafts for sale from the Arts Center members, and all pieces will be $100 or less. Original art work will make a great
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chili while enjoying great live music! This event is free to attend. Chili tasting tickets available for purchase. Parade begins at 2:00pm. 11:00am-3:00pm, downtown Canton, 770-704-1548. CantonHDL.com
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Heaven’s Gait Therapeutic Riding Center Fundraising Event — There will be a silent auction and raffles, food trucks, live music and craft beer tasting. The cost of the event is $25, which includes one flight of four, 4 oz. beers and an event T-shirt. 6:00-9:00pm, 2471 East Cherokee Drive, Woodstock. 770-639-1579. HGTRINC.com
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Power Hour — This is a fastpaced networking event with fellow business leaders as well as the Chamber Chairman of the Board, Bryan Reynolds, and Chamber President and CEO, Pam Carnes. Before the hour ends, you’ll have a chance to share about your business or organization for all to hear. 10:00am, Chamber Board Room, 3605 Marietta Highway, Canton. 770-345-0400. CherokeeChamber.com
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Business After Hours — This is a great networking opportunity!
F U N DR A I S E R See a full military display, take part in a raffle, and enjoy hotdog and hamburger plates. 100% of funds raised will be donated to the Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund. There is no fee to attend this event, but by purchasing raffle tickets and hotdog and hamburger plates, attendees will be helping disabled and wounded veterans. 10:00am-5:00pm, Heritage Park, 508 Riverstone Parkway, Canton. 770-570-9388.
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4:30-6:00pm, Shottenkirk Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, 200 Liberty Boulevard, Canton. 770-345-0400. CherokeeChamber.com
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B.L.A.S.T.T. The Power of the Inbox — This workshop will cover tips and tricks for successful email marketing. 11:30am-1:30pm, Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce, 3605 Marietta Highway, Canton. 770-3450400. CherokeeChamber.com
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Cherokee Aquatic Center’s Black Friday Sale — Receive 25% off swim lessons for the DecemberFebruary swim lesson sessions. The discount is only available for DecemberFebruary swim lessons purchased online or in the center. Private lessons are also subject to 25% discount only if a completed special request form is submitted on November 20 between 9:00am-9:00pm. 9:00am-9:00pm,
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Reinhardt University Theatre — Rigorous rehearsals and intensive training not only prepare these students for careers in the field, but also improves their ability to communicate effectively, to think creatively, and to collaborate well with others. The anticipated show is She Kills Monsters. Friday & Saturday 7:30pm, Sunday 3:00pm, Flint Hall at the Falany Performing Arts Center, 7300 Reinhardt Circle, Waleska. 770-720-9167. Reinhardt.edu
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Once Upon a Dive-In Movie — Visit the indoor pool for a night filled with floating and movie fun. Floats will be available for use, or you can bring your own noodle or clear inner tube. 6:00pm, Cherokee Aquatic Center, 1200 Gresham Mill Parkway, Holly Springs. 678880-4760. CRPA.net [continued on page 8]
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Parent’s Night Out — Drop the kids off at the pool, so you can enjoy adult time! Please register by November 16. 5:3010:00pm, Cherokee Aquatic Center, 1200 Gresham Mill Parkway, Holly Springs. 678-880-4760. CRPA.net
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Stone Cold Country Re-union Show — Welcome back some of the fantastic musicians of the Stone Cold Country group. Tickets are $12 for seniors and $15 for adults. 7:30pm, Canton Theatre, 171 E. Main Street, Canton. 770704-0755. CantonTheatre.com
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SequoyahRegionalLibrary.org BALL GROUND 435 Old Canton Road, Ball Ground, 770-735-2025 HICKORY FLAT 2740 East Cherokee Drive, Canton, 770-345-7565 R.T. JONES 116 Brown Industrial Pkwy., Canton, 770-479-3090 DINOVEMBER! November 8, 5:00-7:00pm, Hickory Flat Visit the library, and feel like you’re walking among the dinosaurs! Get up close and personal with your favorite dinosaurs using virtual reality technology; make dinosaur crafts; play dinosaur games; and even dig for your very own fossil! Make sure you visit the photo booth before you leave! Children 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult. DIY WREATHS November 11, 6:00pm, Hickory Flat Get crafty, and create your own Christmas wreath! All materials will be provided. Registration is required. D.I.G. GENEALOGY PRESENTS MR. KENNETH THOMAS - GENEALOGY AND DNA November 12, 3:00pm, R.T. Jones The Cherokee County Friends of the Library presents Mr. Kenneth H. Thomas, the genealogy columnist for the Sunday Atlanta Journal-Constitution, as the D.I.G. Genealogy group speaker. OPERATION GRATITUDE November 14, 4:30pm, R.T. Jones Write a letter to say, “thank you” to military service men and women. The library will also be gathering donated items to create care packages. This is for all ages; children 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult. FINANCIAL LITERACY 101 — BRING BALANCE TO YOUR BUDGET November 14, 6:30pm, Ball Ground Sharpen your spending and saving strategy by learning about the basics of budgeting and the importance of managing credit and debt. CREATE WITH OUT-OF-THE-BOX ART STUDIO! November 16, 3:30pm, R.T. Jones Out-of-the-Box Art Studio comes to the library to help you make fun and impressive fall-themed artwork! Paint may be used, so please dress accordingly. This is for ages 6-10; children 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required. THE ARTISTIC SIDE OF YULETIDE November 16, 6:30pm, Ball Ground Local artist Helene Maloy demonstrates how to decorate
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ceramic pieces with winter and Christmas themes. Attendees can purchase an optional $5.00 ceramic piece to decorate. Registration is required. BALL GROUND BOOK CLUB November 20, 10:30am, Ball Ground Join book club members as they discuss their impressions of The Zookeeper’s Wife: A War Story by Diane Ackerman. MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS CLUE® November 20, 6:00pm, Hickory Flat There’s been a murder on the Orient Express, and your help is needed to solve it! Play CLUE® as you’ve never played it before! This is for grades 6-12.
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Christmas at Reinhardt with the School of Performing Arts — The University Christmas concerts never fail to draw a full house for each performance. This annual performance includes the School of Performing Arts’ finest large ensembles: the Concert Choir, the Chamber Singers, and the Symphonic Winds. Friday & Saturday 7:30pm, Sunday 3:00pm, Flint Hall at the Falany Performing Arts Center, 7300 Reinhardt Circle, Waleska. 770-720-9167. Reinhardt.edu
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MERRY GRINCHMAS PARTY November 28, 3:30pm, R.T. Jones Celebrate the season with a party featuring fun games, activities, and a special craft pertaining to Dr. Seuss’ beloved How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Children 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required. UGLY CHRISTMAS SWEATER CRAFT NIGHT November 29, 5:00pm, Hickory Flat Ugly sweaters for all ages! Attend Hickory Flat’s family craft night, and make your own ugly Christmas sweater to take home with you. You bring the sweater; they’ll provide the craft supplies (and snacks!) for a fun night of holiday spirit. This is for all ages; children 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult. PIGGY & ELEPHANT PARTY November 30, 3:30pm, Ball Ground Come have fun Piggy and Elephant style! There will be games, books, crafts and more! This is for ages 4-8; children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required. GIFTABLE SPA MAKE AND TAKE November 30, 4:30pm, R.T. Jones Whip up a gift of DIY lip gloss and facial scrubs using natural ingredients, and then make cool gift bags to present them in! All materials are provided. This is for ages 8-12; children 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required.
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March of the Toys for Toys for Tots Parade — This event brings more than 4,000 people each year to downtown Ball Ground to enjoy the parade, shop, and visit with Santa. Attendees to the parade are asked to bring a new, unwrapped toy for the Toys for Tots campaign. Collection boxes for the toys will be available at City Park and along the parade route on Main Street. 7:00-9:00pm, downtown Ball Ground. 770-735-2123. CityOfBallGround.com
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Holly Springs 6th Annual Tree of Hope Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony — The Tree of Hope will honor all seniors who are served by the Cherokee County Senior Services Center. The community is asked to help decorate this holiday tree by making a contribution of $10 or more “In Honor of” or “In Memory Of” a friend or loved one. For each donation, an ornament with your honoree’s name will be placed on the community tree. Entertainment will be provided by Holly Springs Elementary School. Make plans to bundle up, and after the tree lighting, stay for hot apple cider and Christmas cookies. 6:30pm, downtown Holly Springs Historic Train Depot. 770-345-7515. HollySpringsGa.us
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2017 Holly Springs Christmas Parade — Come line Holly Springs Parkway to watch local businesses, Girl and Boy scout troops, civic organizations, churches, dance companies, and local schools march towards the historic train depot. Immediately after the parade, enjoy complimentary pictures with Santa in the historic train depot. Each family will receive one photo, printed on-site. Get a sweet treat outside of the depot while listening to Christmas music, and make a Christmas craft to take home! 1:30pm, downtown Holly Springs historic train depot. 770-345-5536. HollySpringsGa.us
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Canes & Cocoa — Bundle up the family for a fun-filled event at Cherokee’s largest playground, the Valley at JJ Biello Park! Children ages 1-9 will have the opportunity to hunt for candy canes. The children will be separated into different age groups. Following the hunt, families can enjoy hot cocoa and holiday snacks in the pavilion and “sleigh” rides on a tractor. You never know what special guest might show up! Pre-registration required due to limited space. Cost is $5 per child. Check in at 9:30am, Candy hunt starts at 10:00am, JJ Biello Park, Park Brook Drive, Woodstock. 770-924-7768. CRPA.net
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15th Annual Service League of Cherokee County Run for the Children Reindeer Run 5k and Fun Run — Funds raised during this event provide for necessities like clothing, eyeglasses and utilities, while also supporting camps, scholarships and much
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more for underprivileged children in Cherokee County. 8:00am, Etowah River Park, 600 Brown Industrial Parkway, Canton. 770-704-5991. ServiceLeague.net
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Annual Holiday Party at the Rock Barn — This is a great opportunity to learn more about the Historical Society and its members. 7:00pm, The Rock Barn, 658 Marietta Highway, Canton. 770-345-3288. RockBarn.org
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Good Morning Cherokee Breakfast — This meeting offers both current and future Chamber members the opportunity to conduct business and network with more than 200 fellow business leaders. 7:00am, Cherokee County Conference Center, 1130 Bluffs Parkway, Canton. 770-345-0400. CherokeeChamber.com
Polar Express — Enjoy this holiday classic children’s movie on the big screen! All seats are only $1! 3:00pm, Canton Theatre, 171 E. Main Street, Canton. 770-704-0755. CantonTheatre.com
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Church Listings Hopewell Baptist Church
First Baptist Canton
78 Ridge Road, Canton 770-213-1690 HopewellBaptist.com
1 Mission Point, Canton 770-479-5538 FBCCanton.org
November 19 and 26, 10:30am Regular Worship Services
December 3, 9:30am-12:15pm Bethlehem Village
December 10, 10:30am Christmas Choir Presentation
River Church
December 24, 10:30am and 4:00pm Christmas Eve Service
2335 Sixes Road, Canton 770-485-1975 RiverAtlanta.org November 25, 10:00am-4:00pm Santa’s Shoppe on Sixes Fair Trade Goods & Artisan’s Market
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City Politics — Productive, Not Glamorous By Sandy McGrew
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he City of Canton is divided into three wards, and each ward has two council representatives. The terms for each elected official, including the mayor, are four years. Though you may live in one ward, you will vote for a representative for each of the three wards. The politics of the City are nonpartisan, meaning that a candidate does not declare a party to run for office. There is no aisle to cross, and in the past four years, none of the decisions that have been made could have been influenced by a political party platform. In council discussions and decisions, each of the council representatives are mindful about spending the tax dollars of Canton’s citizens wisely, in other words, they are fiscally conservative, as they should be.
trash roll-off site should be financed; how many backyard chickens can residents have and whether or not roosters should be allowed in the City; or going to a construction site to see first hand what is causing the delay in a project; moving utilities out of the way of state routes being widened; and restructuring the code enforcement division. All of the aforementioned are necessary parts of doing business, along with the exciting elements of seeing more restaurants, retail shops, new parks and revitalizing old parks, restoration of historic properties, as well as small businesses opening offices all around town.
There’s no glamour in City politics, but it’s exactly on this local level where a citizen can make a huge difference. Getting involved with the day-to-day workings of your hometown is worth every single moment of time you put into it. It is here that you can affect the decisions and policies made by the governing body and have a say in improving your town. There are several ways you can take part without being an elected official. The City has boards, commissions and committees that need volunteers to serve. If interested, call Canton City Hall to see how you can become part of the future.
Sandy McGrew is a ten-year Canton resident who represents ward 1 in the Canton City Council.
City politics aren’t glamorous like the national conventions; there are no concerts, or appearances by celebrities, or passionate fistpounding speeches. City politics are more about building a water treatment facility; or installing sewer pipes; bush hogging overgrowth in the parks; paving sixteen miles of streets with SPLOST funds; determining how the City-owned
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Psoriatic
ARTHRITIS By Atlanta Hand Specialist Staff
[HealthyLife] Most common in adults, psoriatic arthritis is a form of arthritis that affects people with the psoriasis skin disease, which is a condition characterized by a red, scaly rash that can develop anywhere on the body, and arthritis is painful joint inflammation. Roughly 5-20% of people suffering from psoriasis will develop accompanying arthritis. With psoriatic arthritis, the synovium of affected joints becomes swollen and inflamed. The irritation then causes problems with the supporting structures of the joint — ligaments and tendons — causing them to stretch and the joint to become unstable and deformed. This then causes the cartilage to wear out and the joint to erode.
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Symmetric psoriatic arthritis affects mirroring joints on both sides of the body (e.g. both knees). Asymmetric psoriatic arthritis
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affects only a few joints. Distal interphalangeal predominant psoriatic arthritis affects mainly the small joints in fingers and toes (associated with age). Spondylitis affects the spinal column, neck and pelvis. Arthritis mutilans is a rare form of arthritis that damages small joints and causes severe deformation.
Causes of Psoriatic Arthritis Psoriasis is an autoimmune condition that occurs when a person’s immune system attacks his or her body. Psoriatic arthritis is usually found in patients who already have this disease (though some may develop the skin disease afterward). It is unclear as to why certain individuals develop this form of arthritis when others do not. Psoriatic arthritis usually develops between the ages of thirty and fifty, but it could potentially start earlier. It affects both men and women.
Psoriatic Arthritis Symptoms & Treatment Options Swollen joints, joint deformity, joint pain, scaly patches of skin, and deformed nails are all signs of psoriatic arthritis. Visual markers are a good way to determine if a patient has this condition, but x-rays and lab tests will be needed to ensure a correct diagnosis. Treatment for psoriatic arthritis aims to reduce swelling and pain and to help the patient regain improved function and mobility of the affected joints. Depending on the progression of the disease, your doctor may recommend anything from anti-inflammatory drugs and pain medications to physical therapy or surgery to best treat the condition. If you feel that you may be suffering from psoriatic arthritis, please consult your doctor. Atlanta Hand Specialist is located in Canton, Marietta, Smyrna and Douglasville. 770-333-7888. AtlantaHandSpecialist.com
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Community Fundraisers Raise Big Funds for Local Causes! Thanks to Cherokee County citizens, three recent fundraisers successfully raised significant funds to aid worthy, local charitable causes. Reinhardt University’s 3rd Annual 5k for ADay raised more money than ever. The 2017 race brought out more than 300 runners and raised more than $20,000, all of which will go to student scholarships. ADay for Reinhardt is a scholarship program that was formed in the 1980s to benefit Cherokee County students attending Reinhardt University. The program was also expanded into Pickens County this year. Next Step Ministry’s Run Walk or Roll 5k hosted 156 runners, raising $7635 including donations and sponsorships, which is a significant increase over last year’s event, and funds are still rolling in from grants and additional donations that will help Next Step Ministries reach their $10k goal! This race supports continued efforts to improve the lives of individuals with disabilities in the community. This year’s
proceeds will support the purchase of a new bus for transporting clients into the community. And finally, the 33rd Annual Riverfest Arts and Crafts Festival is the historic cornerstone of the Service League of Cherokee County’s fundraising efforts. The festival has earned a notable reputation for its family-oriented approach and warm relationship with its vendors. Riverfest is a juried show, featuring original, creative, handmade work from artisans all over the region. Additionally, the event showcases incredible entertainment throughout the weekend - as well as a fun-filled children’s area. This year’s attendance numbers were close to 26,000! Monies generated from Riverfest will go to help fund various children’s charities in Cherokee County. Past organizations include Goshen Valley Boys Ranch, MUST Ministries, Boys and Girls Clubs, Cherokee Family Violence Center and Anna Crawford Children’s Center to name a few.
Congratulations Tugman! Congratulationstotoour ourOctober October“7“7Differences” Differences”winner, winner,Melanie Craig Terrian!
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Renovated Hill Freeman Library and Spruill Learning Center Unveiled Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce recently teamed up with Reinhardt University for a ribbon-cutting reception that celebrated a transformed Hill Freeman Library and Spruill Learning Center. “The change here is marvelous,” Chamber President Pam Carnes said at the ceremony. The renovated second floor of the library was filled with community leaders, residents, Reinhardt faculty and staff, and members of the Reinhardt Board of Trustees. “Days like this are days that college presidents live for,” Reinhardt President Dr. Kina S. Mallard said, smiling. “My heart is full.” President Mallard thanked Cherokee County Manager Jerry Cooper, the Sequoyah Regional Library System and Waleska Mayor Doris Jones for their partnership and support. The renovation created a multi-use space for the Reinhardt family and community. It was made possible by approval of the Cherokee County Board of Commissioners to release $1 million of voter-approved Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax money (SPLOST). SPLOST funds are one percent of the County’s overall sales tax. Renovations completed this summer in the 14,411-squarefoot space include a new community room, six collaborative learning rooms, children’s area, career and vocational counseling office, tutoring rooms, technology lab and more. “The community room seats 96 people and is for everyone to use,” Mallard said. Director of Library Services Joel Langford said the renovation has changed the dynamic of the library. “Students are loving the new space and the collaborative study areas. The top floor is much busier since the renovation, and we also have twenty laptop computers that can be checked out.”
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Community CCSD Awards 2018 Teacher of the Year Woodstock Middle School teacher Stephanie Vidrine shapes math lessons into stories that remain in students’ hearts and minds long after the equations are solved. Her extraordinary gift for teaching her students, especially those who struggle with math, resulted in her becoming Cherokee County School District’s 2018 Teacher of the Year. “Mathematics,” the 20-year teacher said, “is so much more than manipulating numbers and following procedures. It is art, beauty, creativity, patterns and connections to other mathematical concepts and life experiences.” Her addition of storytelling to math concepts totals a successful combination for students, who appreciate her so much that they stay in touch long after they’ve advanced, graduated and even pursued their own careers in math. The CCSD Teacher of the Year is selected by a panel of community leaders who evaluate applications from each school’s Teacher of the Year; school winners are selected by their peers. Ms. Vidrine will now serve as CCSD’s nominee for Georgia Teacher of the Year; the winner will be named in the spring.
Dr. Hightower leads Ms. Vidrine’s class in applauding her selection as the CCSD 2018 Teacher of the Year.
Principal David Childress recruited Ms. Vidrine to Woodstock Middle School from Etowah High School, where he previously worked alongside her as a fellow math teacher. The proof of her powers, he said, is in the numbers: all of her students earned proficient or better scores on their State exams, and pulled CCSD’s highest marks for performance growth.
Northside Hospital Offers Free Mammograms for Women in Georgia
Northside Hospital Cancer Institute is currently offering nocost screening mammograms and other breast diagnostic procedures for qualified women who cannot afford them. More cases of breast cancer are diagnosed and treated at Atlanta’s Northside Hospital than anywhere else in the southeast. Early detection of breast cancer saves the lives of thousands of women each year. However, medically underserved and uninsured women often lack access to care. At Northside, financial assistance is available for screening mammograms, ultrasounds, biopsies and other breast diagnostic procedures for uninsured women who meet specific eligibility requirements. In 2016, more than 1,200 underinsured women in Georgia received breast cancer screening and diagnostic services through the Northside Hospital Cancer Institute. Funding is made possible through generous grants from the Atlanta 2-Day Walk for Breast Cancer, Susan G. Komen Greater Atlanta, and the Northside Hospital Foundation. Services are available at select Northside Hospital imaging locations across Georgia, as well as aboard Northside’s ScreenAtlanta mobile-mammography van. For more information, or to schedule a mammogram, call 770-667-4400.
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Cherokee Chamber Announces Two Top Volunteers
Community Two Cherokee County Citizens Awarded Georgia Trend Magazine’s 40 Under 40 This year marks 21 years Georgia Trend has honored the state’s best and brightest under the age of forty in business, government, politics, nonprofits, science, health care and education. Over the last two decades, many of these honorees have gone on to great success, having a tremendous impact on the lives of Georgians. Kristi Estes
Jennifer Reynolds
The 2017 40 Under 40 were chosen from nominations made by readers throughout the state. Final selections were made by the Georgia Trend editorial staff. Congratulations to the two Cherokee County residents who made the list: Kristi Estes, 39, co-owner and occupational therapist at In Harmony Pediatric Therapy in Canton and Jennifer Reynolds, 36, special education teacher, department chair and professional learning teacher leader for the Cherokee County School District.
Work Ongoing on Historic Jones Building The work that has begun on the restoration of Canton’s historic Jones Building is a big step toward better days in the city’s center. Cherokee County sold the Jones Building to Atlanta-based developer Westbridge Partners for $1.8 million. Westbridge plans to turn it into a mixed-use facility with retail and office space and a restaurant on the ground floor.
Canton Downtown Development Authority Chairperson Wanda Roach said, “I think this is just going to enhance the beauty of downtown in traditional, historic downtown Canton, I think this is going to add to the ambience.”
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The Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that John Aden with Aden Insurance Consultants has been named the Chairman’s Council Volunteer of the Quarter for second quarter 2017 and Janet Ponichtera with Family Life Publications has been named the Chairman’s Council Volunteer of the Quarter for third Chamber Chairman Bryan Reynolds, quarter 2017. director of Cherokee Recreation and Parks Agency, presenting Chamber Volunteer of the Quarter John Aden of Aden Insurance Consulting with his award.
Members of the Chairman’s Council are accepted by invitation only from the Chamber’s Chairman of the Board. The Chairman’s Council members are invited to attend ribbon cuttings and ground breakings, Coffee & Connections for new members and special invitation Chamber meetings that aren’t open to the general membership. In determining the Volunteer of the Quarter, attendance at Chamber events is evaluated for all members of the Chairman’s Council. Chamber Chairman Bryan Reynolds, “John and Janet are director of Cherokee Recreation and dedicated Chamber Parks Agency, presenting Chamber volunteers, and Volunteer of the Quarter Janet we appreciate the Ponichtera of Family Life Publications countless hours of her award. service they have provided this year,” said Bryan Reynolds, Chamber chairman and director of Cherokee Recreation & Parks Agency. The mission of the Cherokee County Chamber, a Georgia Certified Chamber of Commerce, is to promote business and the community while expanding the economy and enhancing quality of life.
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Leadership Cherokee Graduates Class of 2017 (front row L-R) Dana Callan, Bank of North Georgia; Kathy Alden, Chattahoochee Technical College; Lori Thompson, Cherokee County Board of Commissioners; Pat Tanner; Kyla Cromer, Cherokee County School Board; Amy Leatherman, Universal Alloy Corporation; Melissa Madigan, BB&T Bank; Lori Flink, Allegro Business Products; Melissa Lindh, Universal Alloy Corporation; Star Garguilo, Chart, Inc.; George Williams, City of Woodstock Fire Department; Michelle Stapleton, Edward Jones -Jeff Drennan; Katherine Hyatt, Reinhardt University; Jessica Helms, R & D Mechanical Services, Inc.; Cheri Collett, Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services; Matt Pierce, CrossFit Canton. (back row L-R): Evan Ingram, Goshen Valley Foundation; Matt Richter, Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services; Todd Hayes, Cherokee County Office of the Solicitor General; Michael Carswell, City of Holly Springs; Lewis Cline, Bank of North Georgia; Greg Elder, MUST Ministries; Carl Welch; Georgia Army National Guard; Tim Lanier, Killian Automotive; Rory Hekking, Etowah Veterinary Hospital; Brandy DeBord, Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce; Lori Campbell, Northside Hospital Cherokee Auxiliary; Buster Cushing, Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office; Joel Dobbs, William Blair & Company.
Leadership Cherokee, a program of the Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce, graduated its 29th Anniversary Class during a recent ceremony. With the completion of this year’s class, the alumni count now totals over 600 graduates. Members of the Leadership Cherokee Class of 2017 selected two of their peers to receive special annual recognitions. The Cristal Stancil Leadership Award honoree was Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office’s Buster Cushing. The Bob Frongillo Magic Spark Plug Award was presented to Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce’s Brandy DeBord. Outgoing 2017 Leadership Cherokee Chair, Heath Tippens with the Cherokee Office of Economic Development, was recognized by incoming Chair, Jennifer Stanley with Northside Hospital-Cherokee.
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Buster Cushing (C) received the Cristal Stancil Leadership Award. On hand for the award presentation were Cristal Stancil (R) for whom the award is named, and Heath Tippens (L), Cherokee Office of Economic Development and 2017 Chair of Leadership Cherokee.
Heath Tippens (R), Cherokee Office of Economic Development and 2017 Chair of Leadership Cherokee, with Brandy DeBord (L), Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce and recipient of the Bob Frongillo Magic Spark Plug Award.
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Faces of Holly Springs
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ust like all of you, everyone at the City of Holly Springs is anxious to see dirt move for the Town Center Project (TCP), the City’s redevelopment of the downtown area. Though not the glamorous stuff, progress has been happening for years by way of additional lanes on Holly Springs Parkway and Hickory Road, the installation of sidewalks throughout the city, completion of the downtown sanitary sewer project and much more. Aside from the infrastructure improvements, the downtown area is already growing to include businesses and services that residents have been hoping for. Being able to put faces with names is important, so this article will do just that. There are so many people who are already committed to Holly Springs and the TCP. Here is an example of four such individuals: Rev. Phil Young, pastor of First Baptist Church of Holly Springs, has been in Holly Springs’ corner for many years. His
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commitment to our community continues to grow. You can catch him spreading eggs at the City’s annual Easter Egg Hunt, greeting guests at Autumn Fest, serving on the Main Street Board, and offering any assistance he can to the police department where he serves as chaplain. Next up, we have sisters, master cosmetologists, and co-owners of Bloom Hair Design, Jana Tillman and Chelsey Wilkes. They have been in business together since 2011, and after making a few renovations to their half of Barrett Store, they made the move to Holly Springs in 2015. Bloom Hair Design offers a full line of services to both men and women including cuts, styling, color, highlighting, and facial waxing. Both Chelsey and Jana are currently serving on the City’s Livable Centers Initiative (LCI) Study Update Core Team. Dr. Ollie Evans has been active within the community since the moment he opened Holly Springs Chiropractic and Massage, which is now located at the corner of
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Holly Springs Parkway and Hickory Road. You may see him at community events drowning in piles of popcorn that he hands out for free or at one of the monthly Holly Springs Young Professionals networking meetings. He also serves on the LCI Study Update Core Team. He loves to make connections with other like-minded people and is a proponent of all things Holly Springs. We’re lucky to have so many great community leaders and business owners in Holly Springs. Don’t wait until our bright and shiny downtown is built to stop by when passing through; we’ve got a lot to offer now, with more coming every day!
Erin Honea is a native of Cherokee County and has been the Main Street Director for the City of Holly Springs since 2014.
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[HealthyLife] In the U.S., lung cancer is the leading type of cancer in both men and women. In 2017, the American Cancer Society estimated that 155,000 deaths will be attributed to lung cancer. It causes more deaths than the next three most common cancers combined — colon, breast and prostate. Additionally, lung cancer has surpassed breast cancer to become the leading cause of cancer deaths in women, with more deaths than breast, ovarian, cervical and uterine cancers combined.
Lung Cancer
Do You Know Your
Smoking is the primary cause of lung cancer, but additional offenders include genetic factors, air pollution, radon, and occupational exposure through asbestos and certain chemicals and variables. Despite formidable research proving that smoking is responsible for over 80% of lung cancers, approximately 25% of women, including high school females, will continue to smoke. Currently, former smokers make up 60% of diagnosed lung cancers, 20% being people who have never smoked and 20% being current smokers. The reason the death rate from lung cancer is so high is that 85% of people are diagnosed with latestage disease. Lung cancer is hard to detect, and it doesn’t cause symptoms in its early stages. If you’re experiencing chest pain, unexplained weight loss, difficulty breathing, new onset of wheezing or coughing up blood, report these to your doctor. These problems can often be caused by something other than cancer, but if lung cancer is found early, treatment may mean a better survival outcome. Discussing symptoms or health changes with your doctor and following up on your doctor’s recommendations with screening and smoking cessation will help ensure you stay cancer free. Lung cancer is a very curable disease. Recent studies have shown that if it’s diagnosed and removed when it’s less than one centimeter, the survival rate is greater than 90%. Screening of high-risk patients with low dose radiation CT scans can often be a lifesaving procedure. If you’re a smoker or former smoker, you’re generally at the highest risk for developing lung cancer. The average age of
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Risk?
By Dr. John E. Moore someone diagnosed with lung cancer is seventy. It’s important to stop smoking to reduce your risk. Stopping will improve your overall health. Studies have shown that even people with an inoperable lung cancer live longer if they quit smoking once diagnosed. Other studies have shown that participating in a group smoking cessation program improves your chances of quitting and remaining a nonsmoker. There are many new advances in the field of lung cancer treatment. Many lung cancer resections are performed either robotically or thoracoscopically (VATS). Immunotherapy and targeted chemotherapy agents tailored for specific tumors offer greater hope in the treatment of advanced lung cancer. Stereotactic-targeted radiotherapy provides much better results than standard radiation. Lung cancer screening will lead to early detection, which will allow the application of some of these newer treatments.
Dr. John E. Moore is a board-certified thoracic surgeon with Atlanta Cardiac and Thoracic Surgical Associates and chief of thoracic surgery for Northside Hospital. He is also medical director of the Northside Hospital Cancer Institute Lung Cancer Program. Northside.com/lungcancer.
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n 1997, the social networking website SixDegrees.com was created, and it is said to be the first ever social media website. Over the next few years, AOL, Yahoo and MSN all released their version of Messenger, and in 2001, Microsoft began including Windows Messenger with the XP operating system. Over the next ten years, Myspace, Skype, Facebook, Flickr, YouTube, and the infamous Twitter became household names, but Facebook shot to the forefront with an IPO in 2012 and now has over two billion users. In fact, Facebook has become so popular that over 88% of millennials get their news from this website. When you add the teen favorite Snapchat to the mix, it’s no wonder that many are cautioning that this mode of communication is very polarizing to society. Experts report that the newsfeed algorithm Facebook utilizes creates an “echo chamber� effect by sending news stories that are similar in content to the ones that the users previously viewed. In other words, the news becomes very limited and less objective in scope and subject matter. Currently, it is reported that over 80% of teens in America have a profile on a social networking site. This is fertile ground for Facebook depression, sexting, and cyberbulling to occur. Pew research reports that over 39% of these teens have experienced cyberbulling, and an alarming 21% participate in sexting. Beyond the possible humiliation these activities may create, the legal consequences are very real and potentially severe. Many experts agree this digital footprint is permanent, and the ramifications may not manifest for years, but when they do, that provocative photo or unkind post may not seem so harmless when it adversely affects a college or job application. Consider the plight of the Williams couple that dated for two years before beginning their happy life together. Both recently graduated college, but when Lucy applied for a security clearance with the State Department a few months later, an unsavory photo of her at a sorority party surfaced and complicated the clearance process.
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By Senator Bruce Thompson In some cases, the utilization of technology and social media turns tragic. Recently, Massachusetts found Michelle Carter guilty of coercion in the suicide of her boyfriend, utilizing texting to pressure him into ending his life. In the past few months, Georgians lost a young person who struggled with depression after repeatedly engaging in chat rooms and could no longer separate fantasy and reality. While technology may have become an acceptable means of communication, it is creating a desensitized society that
is losing the art and skills necessary to articulate, express and even cope. Clinical psychologists are reporting that the development of crucial and critical social skills in young people is declining at an alarming rate, and soft skills necessary in the workplace are not being developed.
Bruce Thompson is a State Senator for District 14, which includes Canton. 404-656-0065. BruceThompsonGa. com
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10 Tips for Traveling with Your Preschooler By Mary Kay Buquoi, Ed.S. sleepy. If you’re driving, try to leave the house before dawn, so you can drive while your child sleeps. 4. While good behavior doesn’t automatically warrant a reward, a piece of candy or a wrapped toy can encourage your child to keep up pleasant behavior.
[AcademicLife] Traveling can be stressful, but traveling with young children can be downright challenging. As you hit the road, keep these handy travel tips in mind: 1. Take breaks. If you’re driving, try to make regular rest stops, so your child can get some exercise and use the bathroom.
5. Engage them. When children are actively involved, they are less likely to misbehave. Talk to your child about the trip. You can also give your child a disposable camera, and ask him/her to document the trip.
2. Bring a stash of snacks and car-friendly toys and activities to keep your child from getting bored or hungry.
6. Take a bus, subway, train or boat. Children love the novelty of public transportation, so if it’s available at your destination, use it.
3. Tire them out. Children often travel better when they’re tuckered out and
7. Keep tabs on your children electronically. You can use an electronic child locator to
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make sure you can find your child if you’re separated. Most locators cost around $30 online and include a transmitter your child wears and a locator unit you carry. 8. Check the weather. Make sure you pack clothing for any weather conditions you might encounter. 9. Pass the time. Travel delays are almost inevitable, but games can make the wait more fun. You and your child will appreciate the distraction. 10. Sanitize. Traveling means coming into contact with more germs than usual. Be sure to pack plenty of antibacterial wipes and hand sanitizer to disinfect your little ones’ hands.
Mary Kay Buquoi is owner of The Goddard School, 140 Foster Road, Woodstock. 770-720-1311. GoddardSchools.com
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will still be alerted in the event of a power outage.
How Can I Prevent
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in My Home? By Jessica Helms
[HomeLife] Carbon monoxide (CO) is a silent killer. According to the CDC’s website, during 2010–2015, a total of 2,244 deaths in the U.S. resulted from unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning. Symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning can closely resemble those of the flu, so it is important to pay attention to how carbon monoxide can
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build up, and learn how to prevent high CO levels in your home.
Never use a generator in your home, basement, or garage. After hurricanes Harvey and Irma, there were several reports of families who suffered from carbon monoxide poisoning due to the excessive use of generators in spaces that were poorly vented. Have your furnace and entire HVAC system inspected at least once a year, especially before the winter season, which is when you will be using your furnace more than normal. A certified technician can inform you of any problems with your furnace that may be causing excessive CO production and prevent a dangerous situation for your family.
Here are a few things you can do: Install a CO alarm in your bedroom or somewhere close, so it will wake you if you are sleeping. Also, make sure to install at least one battery-powered alarm somewhere in your house, so that you
Jessica Helms is an executive assistant/ communications director for R & D Mechanical Services, Inc. 770-9171795. RAndDMechanical.net
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By Sheriff Frank Reynolds
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aving accurate and timely information during a critical event can save lives. First responders know how important it is to have accurate and timely information about an incident that may impact our community. Being armed with factual information allows us to plan for inclement weather, direct resources to effected areas, and restore peace and order. The Cherokee Sheriff’s Office, Emergency Management Agency, and the local municipal police departments utilize an emergency public notification system called CodeRED. What is CodeRED, and what is it used for?
CodeRED is a web-based communication solution that enables local public safety to notify residents and businesses about time-sensitive information, emergencies, or urgent notifications. The system can reach thousands of individuals in minutes to convey information such as evacuation notices, missing persons, and inclement weather advisories. How does CodeRED work? Any message regarding the safety of our residents and community will be disseminated using CodeRED.
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Subscribers can receive critical information via voice, text, email, RSS feeds, IPAWS, the CodeRED Mobile Alert app push notifications, website widgets, social media and more, all from one single interface. CodeRED notifications are geolocation specific, which allows the scope of the notification to define a specific area of notification ranging from a block to a mile radius or an entire county to ensure only those recipients impacted by events are notified. This basically means that public safety can be very specific to the area we are notifying. For instance, if a significant incident impacted the Towne Lake community, we could notify residents specific to that area. CodeRED is also linked to the National Weather Service and can automatically send notifications regarding extreme weather emergencies that have been identified, which may impact your specific area. How will I know CodeRED is calling? A CodeRED message will have the caller ID # 866-419-5000 for emergencies and caller ID # 855-9694636 for non-emergencies. We suggest that you program these numbers into
your cell phone as a new contact, and use “CodeRED” as the contact name. If you need to replay the message received, you can dial this number, and listen to the message again in its entirety. Is there a cost to register for CodeRED? No. Registering for CodeRED phone calls, texts, messages, and email are free. Simply sign up on our enrollment website, and select your preferred means of communication. How do I sign up? You can visit the Cherokee Sheriff’s Office website at CherokeeGa-Sheriff. org, and scroll to the bottom of the main page, then click on the CodeRED icon. You can also visit Public.CodeRedWeb. com/cne/en-US/ BF64AA522EE3 and enter the required information online. The Cherokee Sheriff’s Office is committed to improving the quality of life for citizens. We consider it an honor and a privilege to serve you.
Frank Reynolds is the sheriff for Cherokee County. 678-493-4100. CherokeeGa-Sheriff.org
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What is Restorative Dentistry? By Scott V. Merritt, D.M.D. [HealthyLife] If you’ve visited a dentist office website, or listened to a dental professional talk about their work, you’ve probably heard the term “restorative dentistry.” But what does that mean? The broad definition of restorative dentistry is any process that restores the health and functionality of the teeth, jaws and gums. Some of the most common restorative procedures are done to address the following: • Cavities • Cracked, decayed or missing natural teeth • Pain when biting or chewing • Misaligned teeth or bite • Failure of an existing dental restoration The most common types of procedures
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that dentists recommend for restorative purposes include the following:
Fillings When a cavity is detected, a dentist removes the decayed part of the tooth and replaces it with a solid composite material, which preserves and protects the tooth.
Crowns A crown is a cap that keeps bacteria off the surface of a tooth to protect it against further decay or damage. It also serves to preserve and strengthen a tooth by covering it and holding it together.
Dental Implants This dental restoration process takes the form and appearance of natural teeth. It involves providing the patient with a new titanium “root” as well as a porcelain tooth that matches the color and shape of the natural teeth as closely as possible.
Bridges
missing a tooth. It involves attaching a permanently placed artificial tooth to the two teeth adjacent to the missing tooth, filling in the gap or open space.
Root Canal When the pulp of a tooth becomes infected, it must be removed during a root canal. A dentist will clean the infected tooth from the inside before placing a dental crown over it to keep out future bacteria. For most people, restorative dental procedures are an important part of maintaining great overall oral health. However, it’s not all bad news, as the procedures have gotten much more conservative, and the newer anesthetics make the process much more comfortable.
Dr. Merritt has been helping families in and around Canton since opening BridgeMill Dentistry on Sixes Road in 2002. 770-704-1812. BridgeMillDentistry.com
These are performed when a patient is
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Tasteof BY CHEF HILLARY GALLAGHER
Ingredients
Procedure
• ¼ cup olive oil • 2 lbs. mushrooms, thinly sliced • 2 tablespoons shallots, finely chopped • 1 tablespoon garlic, finely chopped • ½ cup dry sherry • ¾ cup goat cheese (6 oz.), at room temperature • 1 tablespoon chives, minced • 1 tablespoon thyme, chopped • 1 tablespoon kosher salt • 1 teaspoon black pepper • 5-6 phyllo dough sheets • 1 stick butter, melted • ¼ cup sour cream
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Serves 6 Appetizer Portions
Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Sauté the mushrooms in small batches, cooking them until they turn golden brown, and then remove them, and set aside. In the same pan, sauté the shallots and garlic until soft, about 3-5 minutes. Add back the sautéed mushrooms. Reduce the heat to medium, and deglaze the pan with sherry. Add any reserved mushroom juice, and cook until the liquid reduces, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer the mushroom mixture to a medium bowl, and cool to room temperature. Mix in the goat cheese, chives and thyme, and season with salt and pepper. Remove the phyllo dough from the box, and keep the sheets covered with plastic wrap and a damp cloth to prevent drying. For each strudel, brush 1 sheet of phyllo dough with butter. Repeat to build 5 or 6 layers. Spread the filling over the top sheet of phyllo, and roll tightly — starting on the long side to form a log. Place the strudel seam side down on a cookie sheet. Brush the top of the strudel with melted butter. Repeat all previous steps if there is enough dough and filling; the strudel will freeze nicely unbaked. Bake at 375 degrees until golden brown and crisp, about 30-35 minutes. Slice the strudel into six appetizer portions. Serve with a dollop of sour cream.
Hillary Gallagher, CCC is the Culinary Arts Program Director and Lead Instructor at Chattahoochee Technical College in East Cobb. Hillary. Gallagher@ChattahoocheeTech. edu. 770-509-6350. ChattahoocheeTech.edu
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COVER STORY By Cyndi Braun
“You have stolen my heart, my sister, my bride; you have stolen my heart with one glance of your eyes, with one jewel of your necklace,” Song of Solomon 4:9.
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f someone has stolen your heart, it’s time for a trip to Art Jewelers for a custom piece of jewelry that reflects your special story. Whether you’re getting engaged or celebrating an important event, Art Jewelers can help make your occasion extra special. A young man named Zack recently asked Art Jewelers to create a special engagement ring for Lauren. Here is their story:
Lauren’s Story The first time I laid eyes on Zack was about a year and a half ago. I was working for the preschool ministry at Woodstock City Church, and Zack was working for the facilities team. One day when I needed help moving something, facilities sent down this cute blonde boy to be my knight in shining armor. Since I’m pretty stubborn, I wasn’t going to fall for this chivalrous act. Over the next several months, Zack kept finding reasons to stop by. When it became clear he had a crush on me, I told him, “Don’t get your hopes up.” What I did not know was that Zack had been doing a lot of praying, and God was telling him not to give up. We eventually became good friends,
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Art Jewelers: Recipient of three of the top six awards in the Georgia Jewelers Association’s annual contest.
Established more than thirty years ago, this family-owned jeweler is known nationally for its award-winning designs. and I saw all his great qualities. Not only is he funny and extremely smart and sweet, but he is also a man who strives to be the best he can possibly be. He trusts in the Lord and follows him always, and he shows love and kindness to everyone. I was still stubborn and hesitant. When he hinted at going on a date, I told him he had to ask my dad first. To my surprise, he took my dad to lunch and asked him if he could date me. Later, when Zack asked me to be his girlfriend, I said, “No, not yet.” However, God had been working on my heart all along, and a year later when Zack got on one knee and asked me to be his wife, I was able to confidently answer with a great big “yes!”
Zack’s Story Asking Lauren’s dad to marry his daughter was the scariest part of the marriage proposal. I knew he would say yes, but I was still terrified. We went mountain biking one morning, and after a long ride, I sat down with him and asked if I could marry his daughter. He was excited, said “yes,” and gave me Godly wisdom towards my future marriage.
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I wasted no time in heading to Art Jewelers to buy a ring from Lauren’s brother, Andrew. We discussed which ring she would like and what I wanted for her. I knew exactly what I wanted. Lauren had showed me a picture of her dream ring a couple months earlier, and I wanted to get her that dream ring. I showed Andrew the picture and asked him if he could make it, and he gladly agreed. Andrew and I texted pictures back and forth of the ring he was designing on the computer. At one point, he sent me a picture, and I knew that was the one. Next thing I knew, Andrew was slipping me a small box on the family beach trip. I stared at the ring for hours that night. It was so beautiful. I woke Lauren up early the next morning, sustained her morning hatred with coffee and a bagel, and took her to the beach. I had the proposal all planned out, but when it came time, I started to cry and could only manage to get out the words, “Will you spend the rest of your life with me?” She started to cry and said, “Yes!” I am so happy I get to spend the rest of my life with my best friend.
Share Your Story with Art Jewelers From cuff links designed with family crests, to jewelry commemorating the birth of a child, to customdesigned rings for engagements and anniversaries – Art Jewelers does it all. Established more than ninety years ago, this family-owned jeweler is known nationally for its award-winning designs. In 2016, Art Jewelers received three of the top six awards in the Georgia Jewelers Association’s annual contest. In the past three years, the store received best of show two times. Art Jewelers offers other services including repairs, appraisals, polishing, and a wish list.
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770-924-3133 ArtJewelers.com Facebook.com/ArtJewelersOnline/
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Shedding Light on Common
Financial Questions By Shelia Garrison
[Lifestyle] Managing your finances can be a complicated and stress-filled responsibility. If you’re like most people, you have plenty of questions along the way. Here are answers to some of the most commonly asked:
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How much emergency money should I have? The answer depends
on your life and your expenses, but a good rule of thumb is to have three to six months’ worth of your total living expenses (rent, food, transportation, monthly bills) saved for emergencies. That way, if you suddenly face an unexpected hardship like a job loss, you can maintain your lifestyle without incurring significant debt.
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Should I utilize savings or investments to pay off my mortgage early? First, look at the percentage you’re earning after tax on investments, and compare that with the interest you’re paying after tax on your mortgage. With mortgage rates as low as they are, your money could be working
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harder right where it is. Making additional principal payments over time, rather than liquidating your portfolio, might be the better way to chip away at your mortgage balance.
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How important is my credit score? In a word, incredibly. Your
credit score is a three-digit number that tells prospective lenders how likely you are to repay debts in a timely manner. It is likely one of the most important digits that will ever be attached to your name. Why? For starters, a poor credit score can affect your ability to get a mortgage, auto loan or credit card. In addition, it affects the interest rate you pay on a loan — so a poor credit score can end up costing you a lot of money. Finally, your credit score can affect your ability to rent an apartment, how much you pay for insurance and more. If your credit score is less than 700, it’s important to begin the steps to repair it.
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How do I improve my credit score? Basically, there are three main
steps to improving your credit score. First, request a copy of your credit report, and read through it. It’s not uncommon for your report to contain errors that could hurt you. Secondly, be diligent about paying your bills on time. Set up payment reminders or automatic payments to help you. Lastly, pay down your debt. Not only will this save you costly interest, it will also provide you with a sense of achievement.
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Should we wait to take Social Security? There is no single answer
for everyone, but in general, it’s best if you can wait until full retirement age to start receiving benefits. If possible, the spouse who has reached the highest income levels should wait until age 70 to earn delayed retirement credits. L
Shelia Garrison is the Canton Financial Center manager at LGE Community Credit Union. 2018 Cumming Highway, Canton. 770-424-0060. LGECCU.org
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Spring Bulbs
Cyclamen, Fritillaria, Galanthus and ipheion are less common but very good selections for spring bulbs in our area.
Plant Now for a Colorful Landscape Next Year By Joshua Fuder
[HomeLife] Nothing says spring quite like a colorful display of Daffodils and Tulips. Their cheerful faces come up from the soil weeks before many plants break bud. November is a great time to plant spring-flowering bulbs like Tulips, Daffodils and Hyacinths because these bulbs need a three to four month cooling period prior to bloom. Alliums, Scillas, Crocus,
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Most spring-flowering bulbs prefer light shade to full sun. Bulbs are less particular about soil than most ornamentals. A moist, well-drained soil, however, is preferred. Bulbs mix well into beds, borders, ground covers and even wooded areas.
Planting depth and spacing are critical to the success of bulbs. In general, planting depth is the top of the bulb to the soil surface and should be two to three times the diameter of the bulb for larger bulbs and three to four times the diameter of smaller bulbs. Spacing will vary from a few inches to several feet depending on the bulb and the desired effect. Covering the
area with fresh mulch after planting will give a nice clean background when bulbs emerge as well as prevent soil and mudspatter, which can spoil flowers during spring rains. Newly planted bulbs have a better quality than older bulbs. Fertilization will keep them in shape for many years before replacing or dividing is needed. Try a slow-release fertilizer like 12-4-8 or 12-6-6 at the time of planting at a rate of one tablespoon per square foot. Another method is to apply bone meal at the time of planting then follow with the fertilizer once foliage has begun to emerge in the spring. For the health of the bulbs, it is recommended to remove the flowers after they begin to fade, but allow the foliage to die naturally.
Joshua Fuder is an agriculture and natural resources agent at the UGA Cooperative Extension Cherokee County. Contact the UGA Extension office for any gardening assistance, 770-721-7830 or CAES.UGA.Edu/ extension/cherokee
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Quotables “Thankfully, dreams can change. If we’d all stuck with our first dream, the world would be overrun with cowboys and princesses.” -Stephen Colbert “I do not agree with what you have to say, but I’ll defend to the death your right to say it.” -Evelyn Beatrice Hall
“Going through things you never thought you’d go through will only take you places you never thought you’d get to.” -Morgan Harper Nichols
“Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything.” -Plato
“Honesty is more than not lying. It is truth telling, truth speaking, truth living and truth loving.” -James E. Faust
thankful. “Talent is God-given; be humble. Fame is man-given; be Conceit is self-given; be careful.” -Harvey Mackay
“If we lose love and self-respect for each other, this is how we finally die.” -Maya Angelou
“I have never believed you make your case stronger by badmouthing your opposition.”
“The thankful receiver bears a plentiful harvest.” -William Blake
-Glenda Jackson
“Your competition is not other people, but the time you kill, the ill will you create, the knowledge you neglect to learn, the connections you fail to build, the health you sacrifice along the path, your inability to generate ideas, the people around you who don’t support and love your efforts, and whatever god you curse for your bad luck.” -James Altucher
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By Julie Senger
Mac ‘n Cheese
(HappyHealing.com)
• 9-12oz. / 250-350g gluten-free macaroni pasta • 2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes OR ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped • 1½ cups cauliflower • 1½ cups sweet potato, diced • 1 cup nutritional yeast • ¾ cup almond milk • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil • 1 clove garlic (optional) • 1 teaspoon salt • 1 teaspoon onion powder • 1 teaspoon yellow mustard seeds • ½ teaspoon paprika
Procedure - In a medium pot and steamer, bring water to a boil. Steam sweet potato and cauliflower until soft, (about 10-15 minutes). - Cook pasta according to packet directions; drain; and set aside. - While pasta is cooking, add everything except the parsley to a blender, and blend until smooth. - Combine cooked pasta, blender “cheese sauce,” and parsley in the pot or a large bowl. - Serve, and enjoy!
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Whether you are hosting Thanksgiving dinner at your house, or bringing a dish to someone else’s home to share, you or other guests may have
certain dietary restrictions due to health concerns or humanitarian reasons. The following recipes are vegan, gluten-free and delicious!
Apple, Quinoa and Kale Salad (NaturalGreenMom.com)
• 1 green apple, chopped • ½ cup cooked and chilled quinoa • As much kale as you think your crowd will eat • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil • zest and juice of ½ lemon • 1 tablespoon mustard • Salt and pepper to taste
Procedure For the dressing - Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice and zest, mustard, and salt and pepper. For the salad -In a large bowl, combine apple, quinoa and kale. -Toss with dressing, and serve.
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Crispy Orange Cauliflower (VeganRicha.com) • 1 small head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets For Flour Mixture to Coat Cauliflower • 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal + 2 tablespoons water, allow to sit until it thickens • ¹/ ³ cup water • ¹/ ³ cup corn starch • ¼ cup gluten-free flour blend or use wheat/other flour • 1 teaspoon oil For Orange Sauce • 2 tablespoons oil • 3-4 garlic cloves, peeled and minced • 6 scallion onions, thinly sliced • Zest of 1 orange + juice of orange • 2 tablespoons gluten-free soy sauce OR use coconut aminos to make soy-free • 2 tablespoons rice-wine vinegar
Procedure For the Cauliflower - Blend all flour mixture ingredients together until a batter is formed (should be waffle batter consistency). - Heat a skillet with ½ cup oil on medium/high heat. - Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, making sure each piece is entirely covered. - Fry in oil until completely browned. - Allow the fried florets to drain on a paper towel- lined plate. For the Orange Sauce - In a clean skillet, heat oil and garlic for 1 minute. - Add green onions, zest and juice. Cook for another minute. - Add soy sauce and vinegar, and bring to a boil. - Toss crispy cauliflower florets into the skillet, and coat thoroughly. - Garnish with scallion onions and orange zest, and enjoy.
Baked Butternut Squash Risotto (VegNews.com) • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
1-1 ½ tablespoons olive oil 1 small sweet onion, minced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon minced rosemary 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper 1 cup Arborio rice ¹/ ³ cup white wine 3 cups vegetable broth, divided 2 cups butternut squash, cooked and puréed 1 cup chopped collard greens, stems removed 1 cup vegan mozzarella-style cheese ½ cup vegan parmesan cheese, divided 1-1 ½ cups gluten-free corn Chex® cereal, crushed
Procedure - In a large frying pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion, garlic, rosemary, salt and pepper until onions are translucent (about 10 minutes). Stir often to prevent burning. - Add Arborio rice, and sauté until rice is browned (about 5 minutes). Stir in white wine, and cook until all liquid has been absorbed. Reduce heat to medium-low, and keep a close eye on the rice while you begin the next step. - In medium bowl, mix 2 cups vegetable broth with the squash. - Add 1 cup of squash mixture to the rice, and let cook until absorbed, stirring continuously. - Add collard greens, and stir to combine. - Add remaining squash mixture to rice, and cook until absorbed (about 20-25 minutes). If rice is not yet tender, add in remaining vegetable broth ¼ cup at a time until desired tenderness is reached. Add salt to taste. - Remove the rice from the stovetop, and preheat your oven to 385 degrees. - Stir mozzarella and ¼ cup parmesan into the rice mixture, and transfer it to a 9 x 12-inch casserole dish. Top with remaining parmesan and Chex® cereal. - Bake the casserole for 15 minutes or until the top is golden brown. Serve hot. Family Life Publications would like to wish you and yours a happy (and healthy) Thanksgiving!
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The Transformative
Power of Music By Michael Buckner
[HomeLife] Music is amazing. A song can make a person cry hundreds of years after it was written. Remember how you felt when you heard “Amazing Grace” at the funeral of someone you loved? Or a single trumpet playing “Taps?” Music evokes the most primal emotions within our soul. A simple drumbeat can make a crowd of 50,000 move in rhythm, as if they were all family. Music is so universally beloved that nearly every society on Earth holds their most successful musicians in high regard. The Queen of England has even awarded knighthood to a few of the country’s best musicians. Can you imagine what it must have been like to hear music and electricity at the same time, for the first time?! As we hear musicians perform phenomenal cover renditions of famous songs, it’s interesting to ponder how astounding it must have been to hear the original version for the first time, especially if you grew up in a quiet, southern town, and went to your first concert to hear certain songs on live electric guitars. Wow. We have so much
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in this world to be thankful for that we sometimes take really major things like this for granted. Only in the last ultra-short blink of history have we been able to even store a song and play it back. The fact that we now capture the moment in time when an artist pours his or her soul out in a song, and we can replay that moment anywhere in the world is nothing less than spectacular. While many of us are certainly spoiled when it comes to food, transportation and creature comforts, rationalizing the purchase of a luxurygrade stereo can be easy when you consider that a nice stereo pays your family emotionally rewarding dividends for years and years. Music has the ability to change people’s lives.
Michael Buckner is owner of Audio Intersection, a provider of audio and video in Georgia. 770-479-1000. AudioIntersection.com
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INTRODUCING The Cherokee County School District’s VILLA Program
By Lisa-Marie Haygood
[AcademicLife] The inaugural class of candidates has been selected for the Cherokee County School District’s (CCSD) Volunteer Instructional Leadership Learning Academy (VILLA) program, in partnership with the Georgia School Board Association. The applications were open to all Cherokee County residents and posted on the CCSD website for several weeks leading up to the launch. The selected candidates will undergo an intense immersion over six weeks of evening classes that are ninety minutes long each to learn the rich history of the CCSD, the educational content and curriculum and how it interfaces with state and federal mandates, as well as the financial operations and budgeting aspects for our large district. The classes will be held at the new Frank R. Petruzielo Educational Services Facility. The class will also take a field trip to explore other facilities (like bus barns and administrative buildings) and pay a visit to three CCSD schools. The courses will conclude with a question-and-answer session with school board members and a graduation ceremony . This Leadership Academy was promised to the citizens of Cherokee County when Kyla Cromer, CCSD school board chair, last ran for office. This is a great opportunity to raise an informed and engaged citizenry for Cherokee County, and create raving fans for our awardwinning public schools.
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Appreciation Event 2017 It was a beautiful day to celebrate another successful year of Family Life magazines with our friends, community partners and advertisers. We enjoyed seeing each of you, and we are grateful that you joined us! Special thanks to Alpine Bakery and Trattoria, AngelFire7 Barbeque, Arranged to Eat, Chukkar Farm Polo Club and Event Facility, and Stouts Growlers for helping to make sure this event went off without a “hitch.�
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Pay It Forward this Holiday Season By Tim Morris [Lifestyle] About ten months ago, the Volunteer Aging Council and Senior Services were out receiving a donation from a cooperation in Cherokee County. The owner and the workers at Roytec were hospitable and welcoming. Their generous contribution helped a lot of seniors in Cherokee, but something happened during the presentation that I will never forget. A young lady who was working just a few hours a week, who I assumed was part of a training program in Cherokee, came over and took off a wrist band and gave it to me. I appreciated this nice gesture, and I put the wristband in my pocket. After the event, I took out the band and noticed that “pay it forward” was printed on it. I’d heard of this campaign about doing kind deeds for others, so I put it on my wrist.
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I know how the concept works, but I thought I would wait until someone did something really nice for me, which other than my family, friends, people I work around and of course the staff with Family Life magazine, it doesn’t really happen that much. I wore the wrist band for nine months when something finally happened. When Hurricane Irma came through in September, my house lost power. My wife likes to have her coffee, but it was a silly thing to think about since we were safe. A friend of hers heard about the power outage and decided to run to McDonald’s and get my wife a cup of coffee because she knew she would miss it. As I was leaving for work, my wife asked me for a few dollars, which I didn’t have, but I told her I had something better. I took my wrist band off to give to her friend for her kindness.
With the holidays upon us, maybe you’d like to do the same. Senior Services is looking for people who would like to “pay it forward” by adopting a senior for Christmas. If you are interested, please reach out to Cherokee Senior Services/ Meals on Wheels. I promise — it will bring a smile. L
Tim Morris is the director of Cherokee County Senior Services. 1001 Univeter Road, Canton. 770-479-7438. CherokeeGa.com/Senior-Services
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ArtistProfile BY SAMANTHA CANUEL
“W
ith each project, you are always starting over. There is an old adage in the theatre that says, ‘You are only as good as your last show.’ It’s true.”
So said Robert Farley, artistic director of the Georgia Ensemble Theatre and Conservatory (GET), who has been putting together new shows since GET’s inception in 1992. He was a founding member of the theatre and has been an influence in the Roswell community ever since. Farley founded Georgia Ensemble Theatre together with his wife, Anita Allen-Farley. GET’s productions at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center have earned numerous awards for both Farleys, including being named as Public Broadcasting Atlanta’s Lexus Leaders of the Arts. Farley stated that one of his greatest passions is selecting GET’s season of plays and musicals. The 2017-2018 season is GET’s 25th anniversary. Thus, this season will be a celebration of the success and longevity of Georgia Ensemble Theatre throughout the years.
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Production photos are from Once on this Island, courtesy of Dan Carmody.
GET’s first production of the season, Once on this Island, was a wonderfully successful Broadway musical, and it’s current production, MorningSide, is a shrewd and very funny new comedy that takes the audience to a sunny spring afternoon in the Morningside neighborhood of Atlanta, where different generations are thrown together to battle it out. Imagine a baby shower, nine women with secrets, and a case of champagne. What could possibly go wrong? Farley went on to share that his experiences in the theatre started in high school when he was recruited to operate the light board for a variety show, “In the moment, I could see the stories that light, shadow, and color could only tell, and I was hooked,” he said.
Farley’s suggestion for new actors, sound techs, set designers and all others interested in theatre is simple: “Get your education. In the theatre arts, a master’s degree is the new bachelor’s degree. It’s through that education that you discover your vision, and never let go of it.” Outside of the Georgia Ensemble Theatre, Farley spends time with his wife and fellow co-founder Anita. He also “spoils their three perfectly remarkable grandchildren.” For details on upcoming shows and ticket purchasing information, or to learn more about Bob Farley and the Georgia Ensemble Theatre, visit GET.org or their Facebook page.
Samantha Canuel is a student in the MFA creative writing program at Reinhardt University. 770-720-5582. Reinhardt.edu/Graduate/MFA-CW/
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Tips for Getting the Most from
Your Insurance Benefits By Vishant Nath, D.M.D. [HealthyLife] If you’re fortunate enough to have dental insurance, you have a great opportunity to engage in preventative dental care on a consistent basis. Most dental insurance company plans cover multiple hygiene (dental cleaning) visits in a year, as they know that keeping up with regular dental cleanings can eliminate the need for costly dental treatment down the road. It’s important to remember that your dental insurance represents an agreement between you and the insurance company. If you’re
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paying premiums monthly, doesn’t it make sense to understand what you’re paying for? Many dental insurance companies provide coverage information on their websites, or you can make a quick call to them, and speak to a representative regarding your benefits. Ideally, you should find out this information at the beginning of the year. That way, you can schedule your hygiene appointments, knowing that you’ll be taking advantage of the preventative care for which you’re paying. But this time of year is also a good time to find out this information. Why? Because many insurance benefits expire at the end of the year. If you plan now, there is still time to take advantage of your benefits. In addition to monthly premiums, your insurance may have a deductible. If you
have already paid monies toward the deductible, it is to your advantage to have any necessary dental treatment done in the current calendar year, since the deductible will start over again January 1, 2018. The most important reason to have dental treatment done in a timely fashion is that the need for treatment will not go away over time. In fact, it’s almost guaranteed to get worse, requiring the need for more extensive treatment. If you know what you’re paying for when it comes to dental insurance, you’ll get the most out of your plan. So, take a few minutes to educate yourself on your dental insurance plan. Knowledge is power, and this knowledge can potentially save you and your child the need for more extensive dental treatment!
Dr. Vishant Nath is the owner of Canton/Alpharetta/Roswell Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics. 678-352-1090. KidsHappyTeeth.com
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Book Review BY FARRIS YAWN
Santa C laus is Always in Town Cherokee County is very lucky to be the home of Hall of Fame Santa, Tim Cavender. Anyone who has seen him in character knows how good he is. It’s easy to forget that it’s Tim Cavender in a suit, and you begin to believe in Santa again. Tim’s new book, Recollections of My Life as Santa Claus and Other “Magical” Adventures is, as the title suggests, a collection of stories that shows how he came to put on the red suit and bring joy to generations of children and adults. We also get a glimpse of where his love of Christmas comes from, as he recounts growing up in Canton and Ball Ground and eventually finding his own Mrs. Claus. He also writes about his encounters with some of the famous figures associated with the Christmas season such as meeting the daughter of Boris Karloff. While best known as Frankenstein’s monster, Karloff often played Santa for disabled children and was the voice of the Grinch in the classic animated version of Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas. For his outstanding work over the years, Tim was inducted into the International Santa Claus Hall of Fame on December 22, 2014. Along with describing the ceremonies associated with that honor, he also includes a bit of the history of professional Santa Claus work. Additionally, the book includes the Santa Claus oath and Tim’s own Santa Code of Ethics. You will thoroughly enjoy reading the stories, memories, and about people that helped shape Tim Cavender into the great Santa he is. Tim Cavender will be signing his book on the following dates and locations: Ball Ground Public Library 435 Old Canton Road, Ball Ground Saturday, November 4, 3:00–5:00pm Dean’s Store 8588 Main Street, Woodstock Saturday, November 18, 2:00–4:00pm
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Farris Yawn is the owner of Yawn’s Publishing, 2555 Marietta Highway, #103, Canton. 678-880-1922. YawnsPublishing.com
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Re gal Cinema From The Justice League to Star Wars: The Last Jedi, see the most anticipated holiday releases in Regal’s luxury, king size recliners! Use your $10 gift card to try out Regal’s expanded food menu. Download the Regal app, and join the FREE Regal Crown Club to save even more! 355 Cinema View, Woodstock • 770-924-3700 • REGmovies.com
Junk Drunk Jones These handy little zipper pouches by Blue Q are produced from 95% postconsumer material. Available in a variety of sizes and styles, they are wonderfully durable and insanely funny! They are perfect for stocking stuffers and gifts alike, and they start at just $3.99! Remember, every day should be a treasure hunt! 175 W. Main Street, Canton 678-951-8500 JunkDrunkJones.com
Afterglow Day Spa A spa is a place that cares about enhancing your wellbeing by offering a variety of amenities from soft robes, light and healthy snacks and beverages, and a staff that not only provides a superb experience, but has a passion for what they do. Afterglow’s purpose is to help rejuvenate, restore and renew your inner glow, so that you can shine more brightly on the outside! * Restore, Rejuvenate & Renew * 1431 Riverstone Parkway, #100, Canton 770-720-1134 AfterglowSpa.net
Key’s Jewelry Key’s Jewelry in historic downtown Canton has been locally owned and operated since 1951. You can now shop several of their top brands at KeysJewelry.com by clicking on the “Shop Now” link on their homepage. You can also see their complete, up-to-date inventory. Stop by Key’s Jewelry’s annual Christmas sale on December 1-2 this year! 230 E. Main Street, Canton 770-479-4834 KeysJewelry.com
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LaVida Massa ge of Canton Give the gift of massage this holiday season! LaVida’s certified therapists offer tailored massages based on your individual needs. To embrace the season, try a holiday blend of cinnamon, clove and tangerine in your massage oil, or warm up with a custom hot stone massage. LaVida means life, so start living with LaVida! 6175 Hickory Flat Highway, #180, Canton 770-345-1200 LaVidaMassageCantonGa.com
Three Sisters Gifts Michel Foaming Soap is a lovely gift for anyone who washes their hands! The soap contains shea butter and aloe vera for gentle cleansing and moisturizing, and the scents are light and divine! You’ll find a great selection of Michel Soaps, lotions, and accessories at Three Sisters Gifts. 6205 Hickory Flat Highway, Canton • 770-345-3090 Facebook.com/Three-Sisters-Gifts-and-Home-Accents-194232817266457/
Southernite Interiors FOR THE SOPHISTICATED GEORGIA SOUTHERNER AND CANTON-ITE These local and Georgia-themed gifts, including Georgia slate cheese board, Georgia coasters, and a custom Canton, GA candle, among others, are both personal and meaningful — perfect for anyone in your life with true Georgia roots and ties to our local Canton community!
Diamond Castle Diamond Castle is here for all your jewelry needs, from custom made to any repairs. 9940 GA-92, #1, Woodstock 770-516-5689 DiamondCastleOfWoodstock.com
196 North Street, Canton 678-880-6357 SoutherniteInteriors.com
Smallcakes Cupcakery and Creamery Treat yourself and those you love this holiday season with a Gourmet Cupcake in a Jar from Smallcakes Canton. Available signature flavors include Pink Vanilla, Birthday Cake, Red Velvet and Cookies-n-Cream. Custom orders are welcome with 48 hours advance notice required. PEACE, LOVE, CUPCAKES & ICE CREAM 8014 Cumming Highway, Canton 678-880-7561 • SmallCakesCupcakery.com
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Holiday Lights of Hope
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at Veterans Park
his Holiday season, there will be a unique, signature event at the all new Veterans Park located on Highway 20, just five miles east of Canton Marketplace. From the creators of the Holiday Lights of Hope at Hobgood Park in Woodstock, comes a new drive-thru experience. This sister event will boast two miles of dazzling lights. Over one hundred displays and seven towering trees will fill the park from November 24 through January 6. The park will be open nightly beginning at 6:00pm. Admission is only twenty dollars per car. Proceeds from this event will support these local charities: Cherokee Child Advocacy Council, Papa’s Pantry, Veterans of Cherokee County,
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CRPA Play It Forward, and Skills USA. The companies who are installing the lights and displays, Christmas Done Bright, Universal Concepts and other industry experts, have experience in lighting large events such as Lake Lanier Islands, Six Flags (all locations), Stone Mountain, Sevierville Pigeon Forge, and many others. And after you drive through Holiday Lights at Veterans Park, see what’s new at Holiday Lights of Hope in Woodstock. For sponsorship, volunteer opportunities, or questions about the event, email HolidayLights112Group@gmail.com, visit their Facebook page: Holiday Lights at Veterans Park, or go to their website: HolidayLightsAtVeteransPark.com
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Facing Your Facelift Fears
By Drs. Petrosky, Harkins, Leake and Depew [HealthyLife] Thinking about getting a facelift, but worried about enduring a lengthy recovery, looking unnatural, or being that rare person who experiences complications? Then there’s the anxiety about being able to afford it. It’s one thing to get BOTOX® injections, but “going under the knife” is quite different. Patients from all over share these concerns. Being nervous about having cosmetic surgery is normal, and it’s common to be hesitant about moving forward with a facelift. Patients should feel comfortable about their decisions, which is why surgeons should take the time to honestly and thoroughly describe the procedure and explain the various options available. For some, a mini facelift is a better fit; others benefit from a brow lift or eyelid surgery. Here are some of the most common concerns patients share with surgeons during facelift consultations: • • •
Looking unnatural, or “worked on,” after the procedure Having to take too much time off work Debating whether it’s worth the cost
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One point to consider is that the results will last your entire life. You will always look younger, more refreshed, and less tired after a facelift or other cosmetic facial surgery. The aging process continues, and tissues will eventually loosen, but even then, you will age more gracefully. Most surgeons strive for results that look natural, so patients look better after surgery, without the “worked on” look that causes concern. Patients are usually thrilled with the results of a face and neck lift procedure. They’re also pleasantly surprised by how quickly they recover. Most are quite comfortable being out and about in public two weeks after the surgery. For many patients, the reason their worries persist is because they haven’t yet had the chance to talk through them. If that sounds like you, it’s worth it to schedule a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss your concerns. Once you’ve established a trusting relationship Drs. Petrosky, Harkins, Leake and and understand what you can Depew are board-certified plastic realistically expect, there’s a pretty surgeons at Plastic Surgery Center good chance you’ll feel much more of the South. 770-421-1242. confident about your choice. PlasticSurgeryCenterOf TheSouth.net
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Which Type of
Hair Color is Right for You? By Jyl Craven [Lifestyle] One of the big mysteries surrounding hair
color is the difference between “types” of color. From temporary to semi-permanent to demi-permanent to permanent, all of these hair color types have their pros and cons. Here’s a breakdown of each type to help you make the best decision for the look you want to achieve: Temporary Hair Color Temporary hair color is great for testing out a new, subtle look because it only lasts until your next shampoo. What makes this type of hair color temporary is the fact that it doesn’t penetrate the cortex of the hair. Of course, hair color that washes out easily does have its cons. It may not take to some hair types, but if it does, it will only last about five shampoos. Also, since this color is surface level, you cannot lighten your hair with temporary hair color.
Semi-Permanent This type of hair color is considered “semi-permanent” because it gradually fades out of the hair after 5-7 shampoos. How long it lasts depends on how porous your hair is. Semi-permanent hair color contains no ammonia or peroxide, and it doesn’t penetrate the cortex of the hair. So, if you have fragile hair, you will find that this solution doesn’t cause damage. But, like with temporary hair color, semipermanent hair color does not lighten hair, and you’ll notice the hair color fading slightly with each wash.
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Demi-Permanent Not to be confused with semi-permanent, demi-permanent hair color is designed to enhance natural or previously colortreated hair. Like the hair color types mentioned previously, it won’t lighten hair or remove the hair’s natural pigment. The benefits of demi-permanent hair color include covering gray hair, changing the tone of the hair, and deepening the color of the hair while experiencing minimal fading overtime. Another benefit of demi-permanent color is that the results are typically less homogeneous than with permanent hair color. In other words, root regrowth may be less noticeable than with permanent hair color, which changes the pigment of the hair entirely.
penetrates the hair’s cuticle to change the hair’s natural pigment. For this reason, permanent hair color is the best option for lightening hair or covering gray hair. Unlike the temporary types of color listed above, permanent is just that. It doesn’t wash out; it only grows out. If you want to go two shades lighter or darker, permanent hair color is your best choice. When thinking of coloring your hair, keep in mind that you may want to consult with a professional about your plan before proceeding. Also, be sure to read any warning labels that come with the product(s) you choose. Doing so will help you avoid a color disaster while trying to achieve your fresh new look this season. L
Permanent Permanent hair color is the best option for anyone looking to make a dramatic change to hair. Permanent hair color
Jyl Craven is owner of Jyl Craven Hair Design of Canton. 770-345-9411. JylCraven.com
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Thankfulness = Peace By Pastor Jim McRae [InGoodFaith] November is one of my favorite times of the year. We celebrate Thanksgiving and get to eat tons of great food. The weather gets cool, and leaves change color. It’s a time for enjoying family reunions and watching football. There is nothing like November. But primarily, November makes me look at a word that we have almost forgotten in our world: THANKFUL. Most of the time, we are complaining about what we don’t have. So much of our time is spent worrying about getting something that we think will make our lives better. In reality, the only thing that brings peace is an attitude of thankfulness. Whenever I start feeling like the glass is half empty, I think of all of God’s blessings
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in my life. If my health is suffering, I remember that I’m still alive and have been given another day to live. If my finances are suffering, I remember that I still have food and a roof over my head. If I’m sad or hurting, I remember that there is joy around the corner because of my Lord’s love that dwells within me. I love Philippians 4:6: “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” I believe with all my heart that the world is missing the one thing it needs most: Jesus Christ. When we discover that Christ can give us everything we need, worldly things become insignificant. We stop being anxious for the world and start resting in the presence of our Lord. Staying in the
presence of Jesus means loving, forgiving, helping, and serving other people in their time of need. As a result, thankfulness begins to grow because we see the greater need of others in a broken world. In November, try moving away from what the world offers, and discover what Jesus offers. Get back to church; serve others; start giving outside of yourself. Then, be thankful for a God who loves you, died for you, redeems you, and gives you everything you need. After all, what could be better than that?
Jim McRae is the pastor at Canton First United Methodist Church, 930 Lower Scott Mill Road, Canton. 770-479-2502. CantonFirstUMC.org
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Christina Semeria
A Spark in the Dark
Tini served on summer staff as a horse wrangler at Young Life Trail West, Buena Vista, CO. This sunflower field was right beside the barn where she worked with all the horses every day.
sure everyone felt like they belonged. This ministry eventually grew to over 200 students meeting each week. • During high school and college, Tini served a week-long summer mission trip with Carolina Cross Connection, which works with youth leaders, churches, and parents to raise compassionate, servanthearted, next-generation leaders (CarolinaCrossConnection.org). They combine the spiritual connection of a
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n April 27, 2016, nineteen-year-old Christina “Tini” Semeria went to pray off campus with her four best friends before studying for finals. On their return to the University of Georgia campus, the driver lost control of the car. Tini and her three best friends went to be with Jesus, hand-in-hand, together that night. During her time on Earth, Christina’s heartbeat and passion was to reach the least, the lost, the last, the hopeless and the unseen, and she voluntarily gave of her time and talent in many ways to reach marginalized people. She wanted everyone to know that they were recognized, known and loved unconditionally by a God who sees them, no matter where they had been or what they had done. Here are some of the many things that Tini accomplished during her meaningful nineteen years of life:
• She and two of her friends began a
student-led ministry in high school called Ignite Milton, with the purpose of leading people to Christ and making
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camp experience with the life-changing opportunities that week-long service trips offer. Tini served at Young Life as a horse wrangler during the summer in order to lead others to experience the best week of their life at camp and to help build their relationship with Jesus. She served during Youth Give Back Days including the MUST Ministries Summer Lunch Program as well as serving the homeless in downtown Atlanta. At UGA, Tini was in AXO sorority, which participated in many philanthropy events:
- UGA Greek Grind 2015 - AXO raised over $89,000 for Prevent Child Abuse America. - Barefoot on the Lawn - All money raised was donated to a local cause supporting the sorority’s national philanthropy, Domestic Violence Awareness. - Project Safe - A non-profit organization that works to stop domestic violence through educational programs, crisis intervention, and more.
• She was on the leadership team for Tini singing “Our Father.” She sang at two weddings in April 2016. This photo is from Tini’s sister, Jessie’s best friend’s wedding, where she sang two songs. Tini’s greatest desire was and is to usher the presence of the Holy Spirit into people’s hearts. This was what she was made for.
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UGA Heroes, which is the only organization in GA that exists to provide quality-of-life care to kids infected or affected by HIV/AIDS. In the summer following the accident (2016), Tini was set to serve as a horse wrangler on staff at WinShape. She attended WinShape for six summers and wanted to give back. Finally, Tini was an organ donor. She knew that if something ever happened
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to her, she would want to give life to others. Through the LifeLink organization, Christina was able to volunteer her organs, allowing her to give the ultimate gift of life to others. Tini’s personality was undeniable. She was fearless, bold, faithful, gentle spirited, and gifted with words and music. She was a woman of great influence and a compassionate heart that beat hard and fast for God. She was little but LOUD. Tini loved her friends, ALL of them. She crossed all lines, always seeking out the underdog, the lost, or the lonely. The day before her death, she was overheard by one of her friends inside a Starbucks, befriending a homeless man, chatting with him at length. That story; her uplifting blog, “Spark in the Dark;” as well as her original song, “Be Still;” can be found on her website, ChristinaSemeria.org by clicking the blog and Facebook links in the top, right-hand corner of her homepage. In closing, it seems most fitting to impart some of Tini’s own words, a quote she included in her “Spark in the Dark” blog entry, in hopes that her life will inspire you, the reader, to reach out and volunteer your
This photo was taken by Tini (selfie) on top of Mt.Yonah the afternoon before the accident. Tini and her two AXO sisters hiked Mt.Yonah together. The writing “be still” is Tini’s handwriting (she had written this on her wrist a few years back and had posted it on Instagram), and it’s the name of the song she wrote at Young Life Trail West where she served as a horse wrangler on summer staff during July 2015.
talent or your time to be in service of others: “You’re here to be light, bringing out the God-colors in the world. God is not a secret to be kept. We’re going public with this, as public as a city on a hill. If I make you lightbearers, you don’t think I’m going to hide
you under a bucket, do you? I’m putting you on a light stand - shine! Keep open house; be generous with your lives. By opening up to others, you’ll prompt people to open up with God, this generous Father in heaven.” Matthew 5: 14-16 (MSG)
If you are interested in learning more about volunteering at some of the organizations that Tini was passionate about, please visit the following websites: This is Tini with her awardwinning pony, Beau, at her home and barn in Milton.
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• 1.5-2# fresh mushrooms • 2 tablespoons freshly chopped curly parsley • 1 tablespoon freshly chopped thyme • 1 tablespoon cooking sherry • Canola or grapeseed oil • Kosher salt to taste • Black pepper to taste • 2-3 oz. chicken stock • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter • Olive oil to taste • Ciabatta or sourdough bread
• Clean mushrooms thoroughly, and cut into bite sized pieces. If using button/ cremini mushrooms, remove stems, and slice into ¼ inch slices. • In a large sauté pan, add enough canola or grapeseed oil to coat the bottom of the pan, and heat until almost smoking. • Place just enough mushrooms in the pan to cover the bottom; do not crowd. Cook over medium-high heat until the mushrooms begin to brown and have released all their water. • Once the water has cooked out of the mushrooms, season with salt and pepper. • Off the heat and away from flame, add 1 tablespoon of cooking sherry to the pan. • Return the pan to the heat, and add 2-3 oz. chicken stock, 2 tablespoons of butter and a large pinch of parsley and thyme. • Reduce the chicken stock by half over medium heat until the butter melts and forms a light sauce. Taste, and adjust the seasoning if needed. • Spoon the mushrooms and pan sauce over sliced, grilled, crusty bread such as ciabatta or sourdough. • Sprinkle pickled red onions (see recipe on this page) over the top, and drizzle with olive oil, extra parsley, thyme and salt as needed.
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2 red onions, finely diced or sliced 2 cups red wine vinegar 2 cups water 1 cup sugar 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 cup red cooking wine 2 bay leaves 1 large sprig thyme 4 garlic cloves 1 teaspoon black pepper corn 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1 teaspoon mustard seeds 1 teaspoon fennel seeds 1 teaspoon coriander seeds Cheese cloth Canton Family Life | NOVEMBER 2017
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Pickled Red Onions • Combine herbs and spices into a cheese cloth bundle, and set aside. • Cook red wine in a pot large enough to hold all the ingredients until it is reduced to ¼ cup. • Add vinegar, water, sugar, salt, and the cheese cloth bundle, and bring to a boil. • Once boiling, pour pickling liquid over prepared onions, and allow to set out at room temperature until cooked. • Use a plate to make sure onions stay submerged, and refrigerate once cooled to room temperature.
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UPCOMING FUN in Downtown Canton! By Pat Gold Another holiday season is upon us. As we make plans for some special events to come, it is a good time to take a moment to reflect on how fortunate we are and to thank those who make what we do possible. As our vision statement reads, “The Canton Main Street Program sees the historic downtown as the heart of the community where social, economic and civic activities generate a welcoming environment in which
local citizens and visitors can live, work, shop and play.” Everything we do is with this vision in mind, but we certainly do not do it alone. The support of our downtown retail shop and restaurant owners is vital to our success. Our superb Canton Police Department does an excellent job of creating a welcoming environment while being ever watchful for the safety of our citizens and visitors alike. Our City’s Public Works staff has a seemingly tireless commitment to making the logistics of every event we sponsor appear effortless, often long after their day would normally be done. We are grateful beyond words
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for the support and assistance of these fine men and women. Canton’s Main Street Program continues to attract citizens and visitors alike to our historic downtown. This season of First Friday events brought thousands of enthusiastic friends and neighbors to Cannon Park and the surrounding area to listen to and dance with some amazing bands throughout the spring and summer. Retail vendors lined the street; restaurants were full; and downtown soared. While the First Friday season has ended for 2017, there is more fun to come!
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The Veterans Day Parade will take place in downtown Canton, sponsored by the Thomas M. Brady Post 45 of the American Legion. This annual tribute to our veterans celebrates the men and women who have honorably served our country. On that same day, the Canton Inferno Chili Cook-Off will once again take place in Cannon Park from 11:00am-3:00pm. Teams will compete for the coveted first place trophy while the Owl Creek Band entertains everyone in the gazebo. Tasting tickets will be available, and the public will have the opportunity to vote for “Taster’s Choice.”
Talented local artists will once again be paired with retail shops throughout our downtown, and a variety of wines will be available to taste while visitors do some Christmas shopping. Tickets are $25.00 and will be available in advance or during the event.
Pat Gold is the public outreach manager for the City of Canton. 770-704-1548. Canton-Georgia.com here
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Colon Cancer Screening Saves Lives
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aving a colonoscopy isn’t something people get excited about, but preventing colon cancer before it starts should be. Ranked as the second leading cause of cancer death in the U.S., colon cancer is one of the most highly treatable and preventable cancers when detected in its early stages with a colonoscopy. Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates (AGA) physicians perform this procedure regularly at AGA-affiliated outpatient endoscopy centers and area hospitals. Because early detection and removal of polyps during a colonoscopy can prevent the disease, screening colonoscopies are recommended for everyone beginning at age fifty, and younger for those with a family history or other risk factors. While there is evidence that more people are getting screened than in previous years, one in three adults ages 50 or older are not getting this life-saving test. If it’s time for your screening colonoscopy, and you’re in good health, you may be able to schedule your procedure directly — without a pre-procedure visit. When you make your appointment, ask about our Direct Access Program.
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FAQs About Colonoscopy Screenings What is a colonoscopy? A colonoscopy is considered the single best method for detecting colon cancer in its early stages. A colonoscopy is a procedure performed under light sedation that allows a trained gastroenterologist to look at the inner lining of your large intestine — or colon. The physician uses a thin, flexible, lighted instrument called a colonoscope to visually inspect your colon. How long does the procedure take? The entire process — from check-in to check-out — typically takes about two hours. The actual procedure usually takes about 25-30 minutes. You should plan to rest for several hours after the procedure. When should you get screened? Screening colonoscopies are recommended for every adult beginning at age 50 and at age 45 if you are African-American.* For those with a family history of the disease, or other risk factors, screening could start even earlier. *American Cancer Society
Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates has offices across metro Atlanta, including convenient locations in Canton and Woodstock. To make an appointment, call 1-866-GO-TO-AGA [468-6242], or visit www.AtlantaGastro.com.
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Can You Identify and Manage
Depression in Your Teen? Vicki Knight-Mathis, M.D. [HealthyLife] Much has changed in pediatrics in the last two decades. Twenty years ago, patients were most likely seen for well child appointments, vaccines and treatment of infections. Thanks to vaccinations, infections have significantly decreased, particularly stomach viruses, otitis media, blood stream infections and pneumonia. However, in the same period, there seems to have been an alarming rise in emotional illness in children and teenagers. Each year in the U.S., suicide claims the
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life of about 5,000 teenagers. Suicide is the third leading cause of death among high school teenagers and second among college teenagers. It is estimated that one in five children will meet criteria for major depression during adolescence. While everyone occasionally feels sad or down, depression is quite different. Depression includes symptoms of ongoing sadness, hopelessness, and loss of interest in previously enjoyed activities for more than two weeks. Often, teenagers will withdraw from life including avoidance of family and friends, school underachievement or failure and activity drop out. Some will turn to substance abuse of illegal and/or prescription medication.
sleep habits. Related to these things, there is often a greater disconnect between teenagers and their parents and peers.
Why? As a group (generally), teenagers in this country have more material possessions, yet they are not happy. Over the last twenty years, educational expectations have grown and the abilities to tolerate adversity have fallen. There has been a rise in social media use, a decrease in physical activity, and poor dietary and
help your child needs to get better.
If you suspect depression in your child, do not ignore your concern. Talk to your child; ask him/her about thoughts of hurting him/herself, and ask him/her if he/she has ever hurt him/herself. If your child is threatening suicide or has a plan, this is a medical emergency until proven otherwise. Even if your child is not suicidal, get help as soon as possible. Your pediatrician or family doctor are good resources. Do not blame yourself, be embarrassed, or think, “But he/she has nothing to be depressed about.� These thoughts will interfere with getting the
Dr. Vicki Knight-Mathis is a pediatric physician at DV Pediatrics. 770-704-0057. DVPediatrics.com
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Lung Cancer Awareness Month —
A Survivor’s Story of Gratitude By Jackie Archer
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, and as a stage three, nonsmoking, lung cancer survivor, I have an attitude of gratitude that I cannot contain! My story is unique in that my cancer was found by accident. A little more than twelve years ago, I was involved in a car accident that resulted in no injuries but revealed an orangesized tumor growing in my lower right lung. Within two weeks, I was diagnosed, tested and had surgery to remove the silent killer along with the middle and lower lobe of my right lung. Thankfully, I have been cancer free ever since. When I reached my five-year cancer-free
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anniversary, knowing that there is only a fifteen percent chance of survival past five years of diagnosis, I had a strong desire to give back by raising awareness as well as funds for research and development. With the assistance of state legislators, I was blessed to be able to spearhead a vanity license plate, making Georgia the first state in the country to have a lung cancer awareness license plate. The license plate simply states, “In Georgia, Lung Cancer Matters.”
with what I have left.” After the x-rays had been taken, the technician motioned for me to look at the image and began sharing with me that my right lung is now nearly the same size as my left! As my eyes began to tear up, I looked at the image and saw that my right lung had regenerated! Another miracle! It is clear to me and many others that my car accident was no accident at all. God was trying to get my attention, and it worked! There are no words to describe the depth of gratitude to God for giving me a second chance at life.
Last month, during a routine chest x-ray, the technician asked me if my right lung had grown back. I laughed a little and replied, “No, and it was much too painful when it was removed, so I will be content
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